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The second chance aspect of the story intertwined with revenge was a refreshing and original concept for me. I found it captivating and entertaining, despite having seen some snippets on YouTube shorts and Instagram. I was hooked from episode 1 to 11, eagerly watching every moment without skipping a second. However, as the story progressed into episodes 12, 13, and 14 with the introduction of Oh Yu ra, I started to anticipate a twist.
When the second half of episode 11 began, I sensed that something significant was about to unfold, especially considering there were still several episodes left until the finale. It's uncommon for a Kdrama to have six episodes of pure bliss without any major plot developments. As a result, I found myself selectively watching scenes where the main leads were on screen.
Initially, I was unsure about Oh Yu ra's role in the story, but her reckless behavior on a busy street in episode 14 hinted at her significance. It became evident that she served as a sacrificial lamb for the male lead's journey, though I couldn't help but feel she was somewhat unnecessary, perhaps due to her annoying demeanor.
Furthermore, the characterization of the male lead's grandfather left me a bit puzzled. While it was clear he cared deeply for his grandson, his inconsistent stance on his love life confused me. There were moments where he seemed supportive, yet others where he appeared to contradict himself.
Nevertheless, I must commend Park Min Young's outstanding performance in this series, and Song Ha Yoon's transformation from sweet Seol Hee into the evil character Jung Soo Min. Additionally, it was refreshing to see Lee Yi Kyung and Na In Woo for the first time. Lee Yi Kyung's depiction of the dumb and lazy character was spot-on, while Na In Woo's portrayal of the cold, expressionless persona suited the role perfectly.
Overall, the series was enjoyable from episodes 1 to 11, as well as episodes 15 and 16. The unique blend of revenge with the concept of second chances kept me engaged throughout. It made me reflect on the idea of having second chances in life, leaving me wishing for such opportunities in real life.
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Interesting series that took it too far
Original storyline. Interesting plot twists. Great acting. This series has a bit of everything - until it has too much of it. Just when you think the madness and sociopathic behaviour will stop, this series goes all out to prove it can all get just that little bit worse.In my opinion, the extreme behaviour depicted, and the ability to get away with it, brings a level of unbelievableness that was hard to digest. Furthermore, the fact that most female leads are depicted as pathetic, unable to stand up for themselves, talk or even function as normal human beings severely takes away from the overall feel of the series (and yes, they supposedly grow through the episodes..). I guess my issue is that this is yet another show depicting women unable to decide to break-up with a boyfriend on their own - where aggression, violence, threats and even attempted murders against women all are allowed to happen without consequences.
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Disappointing
Badly written characters galore. This drama’s now topping the dramas I’ve watched with most number of unbelievable characters. Honestly, every few minutes I was thinking: ”Nobody would react this way”, or “There’s no one with such incoherent personality” or “Nobody would say that in that situation” and so on. Most of them were badly written. Even side characters like manager Mr. Kim or the FL’s mother, who also had the worst acting (among a lot of bad acting with few exceptions, like the 5 main roles and the FL’s father).I don’t want to go into the script and its unrealistic sub-plots, some of which were perfect for a parody, like the rich ex-girlfriend turned psycho and willing to lose it all to kill the FL….yeah right.
I finished because I wanted to know the MC love story, and gave it 5/10 which is my lowest rating, because I only liked the ML character and the OST, sadly, because Park Min Young is one of my favorite K-actress.
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bardzo dobra drama.
Polecam! Jedna z lepszych dram jakie oglądałam. Nie przepadam może za bardzo za historiami z przeskakiwaniem w czasie, ale ta była taka inna, taka świeża. W końcu nie było utartego scenariusza, który wygląda jak każdy serial tylko zmieniają się aktorzy i miejsce akcji. Naprawdę godne polecenia. Cały czas dzieje się coś co zaskakuje, irytuje, zaciekawia, a dzięki temu chcemy wiedzieć co będzie się działo dalej!Ogólna ocena bardzo dobra! Chciałabym więcej dram które mnie nie znudzą po 5 odcinku jak ta :)
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Serie tratta da un manga..bellissimo!
Serie tratta da un manga (e si vede per i diversi intrecci che ci sono), ma resa molto reale e adattata bene. Super consigliata soprattutto per i personaggi cattivi, una recitazione meravigliosa, quasi oscurano i protagonisti! Ho apprezzato moltissimo anche l’originalità della trama, nonostante ci sia qualche cliche. Le coppie secondarie mi sono piaciute molto anche se speravo fossero sviluppate di più. Tra i protagonisti c’è molto feeling e lei è pazzesca come sempre, adoro la sua recitazione.Was this review helpful to you?
2nd chance time travel
what I loved about this drama is the step by step explanation on why a narcissist behaves the way he(she) behaves.this drama touched me in a very personal way. I had a toxic relationship that took the wrong slide in 2013, and ended in 2020. I dreamed so much about a time traveling offering me a second chance to handle my ex. after the break up, I realized that my ex is a narcissist. I started learning what this is and how it impacts your relationship with them, and most importantly, what you can do to help (heal) them, or to save yourself.
there are a lot of dramas out there staging narcissistic relationships, but this one was the more informational in my eyes. probably because I finally am able to recognize narcissism when I come across it, and I learned enough about this to know what kind of manipulations they usually use, and how it works.
so for me this drama was like "you know kung-fu? show me!"
and it came to my mind that I probably watched a lot of dramas, and series, and movies about narcissists, without appreciating all the variations of their personalities. with this drama, I did. and I really enjoyed the role play of soomin, the SFL, the big villain of the drama. she was awesome! and I think that it must be very enjoyable to rewatch the show, knowing how this will end, and really appreciate her slow transformation.
there are a lot more things that could have been done, which is why I gave a 8.5/10. but, that's a very nice essay on narcissism, almost a school case.
when to watch? the story is a little complex, keep it for a relaxed week-end.
audience: not under 15, there is a lot of violence (words, physical, psychological)
enjoy !
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Lee Yi Kyung was the biggest highlight.
Before starting to analyse the drama itself, I would like to praise the art director and visual effects team who created and made the beautiful scene of the petals dancing with the air in the art gallery, contrasting with the gigantic painting. It was one of the most beautiful and touching things I have ever seen in a drama. Everything there fit together: the couple, the painting, the colours, the lighting; everything worked very well.Regarding the drama, the success in terms of audience and ratings was deserved, but I don't think it needed to have 16 episodes. I believe that in 10 to 12 episodes, we would have had a more robust story, without too much dragging. I confess that from episode 11 onwards, I noticed a more sluggish plot, with the clear intention of saving the main decisive events for the last two episodes. The secondary and tertiary couples had no development at all, which is a shame. Nevertheless, it was a good drama that had an extremely interesting synopsis. I liked it.
I would like to give an honourable and positive mention to Lee Yi-kyung's performance, which was exceptional and above average in portraying the comical and heartless scoundrel Min-Hwan. On the other hand, a not so positive mention goes to BoA, who had more facial expressions than actual acting. In my opinion, her character did not add anything significant.
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Very good pace of action
Very good movie. I recommend! fans of dramas about changing one's fate and second chances will be pleased. A film very similar to "Perfect marriage revenge". Very good acting - maybe PMY cries a little too much, but overall it's ok. The chemistry between the main characters is visible and full of tenderness. My greatest appreciation was gained by the second couple, Lee Yi Kyung and Song Ha Yoon. they were amazing.. aggression, hatred, jealousy - all this could be seen in their eyes.. Song Ha Yoon outdid herself in the final scene with madness in her eyes. and you also have a sweet ending... I don't know if it's too sweet. :)Was this review helpful to you?
Didn't meet the expectations
I had read the webtoon much before the drama aired. I was really skeptical about the live action because they aren't usually as good.Storyline: It was okay till 11th episode, but completed useless after that. I had to force myself to complete it. They had so many unnecessary plots. The male female lead misunderstanding was so cliché, I was shocked that today's dramas can have this cringe plot too. The revenge part was okay, the typical plot made it boring.
Acting and Cast: Song Ha Yoon and Lee Yi Kyung carried the whole show alone. Heeyeon character was great too. The mother's character was annoying but that made them a really great actors. I had much more expectations from the female lead. Oh Yoo Ra character was completely useless, annoying and emotionless. The main lead chemistry wasn't too good either. Mr. Kim's character was really similar to the webtoon and his greasy acting was great.
The actors choice would have been better and the plot could have been better too if the didn't add the misunderstanding or fight and all part.
I usually don't give bad reviews because I understand it takes alot of efforts to make a drama or a movie. Overall I'd say it's great they didn't change much of the storyline from the webtoon but wherever they did, it wasn't great. Many things could have been done better. I won't think it as a comfort drama or something I'd want to watch. Probably something I just watched cause I didn't have anything else.
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The last half of the show started to drag a bit due to the pointless introduction of Oh Yura but other than that, this show kept me entertained.
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A Decent Revenge Drama Carried by Its Villains
Marry My Husband delivers as a solid makjang revenge drama, but let's be honest: this show was made by its villains. Their scheming and unrelenting antics keep the plot engaging and the tension high, adding the dramatic flair you'd expect from this genre.After watching the drama, I checked out the manga, and wow—what a difference! The source material offers way more drama, particularly when it comes to the villains and the male lead. I couldn’t help but wish the drama had leaned into those elements more. There were so many missed opportunities to elevate the story with some of the manga's more intense and theatrical moments.
That said, it’s still a more-than-decent watch. The revenge arc is satisfying, and the ending manages to tie things up well enough to leave you with a sense of closure. While it may not have hit every note as perfectly as the manga, it’s a solid entry into the makjang genre and worth a watch if you love a good revenge tale.
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Great in the first half, rapidly slips off in the second
Its just fine. Park Min-young looks pretty and does a decent job while the male lead did not manage to impress. The main villains, however, (Song Ha-yoon and Lee Yi-kyung) did SUCH a good job- they carried the show single handedly. The psychological manipulation and desperation was portrayed so well, especially by Song Ha-yoon. Apart from that, the side characters were cute and nice, but couldn't hold my interest for long. Overall, it's an okay drama- watch it on a lazy weekend.Was this review helpful to you?
